African Welcome Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 1999)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $137 to $525 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Rob Russell | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Three Generation Family from USA treated to a trip of a lifetime by African Welcome Safaris!
Our trip included my wife and I, five kids, two sons-in-law and four grandchildren. I wanted to recreate for them the Safari experience I had in 1987 in Kenya and Tanzania to inspire them for their future. African Welcome Safaris exceeded my ask and delivered an experience that overshadowed 1987 Kenya. Kathi got us Lodges in Madikwe & Kariega that made us feel like Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. More importantly, the twice a day Safari drives delivered all the predators and prey we had hoped for sans the elusive Leopard. In Madikwe we had infinity pools from which we could observe animals collecting at a watering hole. We were kept safe and felt safe at the same time as we were getting Up Close and Personal with Lions, Elephants and Giraffes. My 27 and 33 year old daughters came to us with tears saying: "Did you see all those Elephants around our truck, it was the most beautiful experience". Everyone of us, down to the four grandchildren had the experience of a lifetime. We are so grateful to Kathi for selecting the perfect reserves and lodges for us and ensuring that we had safe and timely transportation as we moved from Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town and to the two reserves, Madikwe & Kariega. Kathi checked us into flights, gave us the name and phone number of the driver for our road trips. True White Glove experience.
Email Maggie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing, truly surpassed our expectations!
Kathi really made this trip amazing. She was on top of all of our travel accommodations and kept in touch throughout the whole trip. My parents loved planning this trip with her and I will be sure to use her for all of our future trips to SA. This was an amazing experience for my families first time traveling abroad. We felt well taken care of and safe. The safari guides, camp staff, drivers, and hotel staff were incredible. I can’t wait to visit again! Beautiful country and great representation!
Email Karly | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Flawlessly Planned 3-Generation South Africa Safari!
Kathi planned the most epic trip to South Africa for our family, and we couldn’t be more grateful! From start to finish, we didn't have to worry about a single detail, all we had to do was show up and enjoy exploring this beautiful country. Everything was seamlessly arranged: flights, ground transportation, accommodations, tours, and incredible experiences.
Planning for a large group with an age range from grandparents down to a 5-year-old grandchild is no small task, but Kathi hit it out of the park. She managed to check off every single person’s bucket list items!
Our stays in Johannesburg and Cape Town were fantastic, super convenient to shopping and top-notch dining. But the game reserves Kathi selected truly blew us away. She chose two distinct reserves that gave us a genuine appreciation for South Africa’s diverse terrain:
Madikwe: Our 5-star private reserve and lodging were unmatched. Our safari guides were incredible, teaching us about bush plants and wildlife while delivering mind-blowing animal sightings, all with immense respect for the animals.
Kariega: The Homestead felt like our home away from home. The experience here was unforgettable, featuring both land safaris and river boat drives. Our guides gave us deep insights into the land, local culture, and crucial conservation efforts. Saying goodbye was so hard!
To top it all off, our Cape Town adventures were led by an exceptional local tour guide and driver who gave us such rich context on South Africa’s history and people.
Kathi gave our family the adventure of a lifetime. If you're looking for an attentive, expert travel planner who takes all the stress off your shoulders, look no further!
